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3.1.7 Groundwater - Specific Requirements <br />Groundwater is discussed in Exhibit "G" - Water Information. This site is not <br />expected to encounter ground water. <br />3.1.8 Wildlife <br />(1) The operator will consider the safety and protection of wildlife on site. This <br />operator /applicant or landowner knows of no described critical periods or species. <br />(2) No habitat management is planned on this site. <br />3.1.9 — Topsoiling <br />(1) Topsoil will be stockpiled in close proximity to the mine areas in order to shorten <br />haul distances to and from the areas that were stripped. Once the topsoil has been <br />removed and segregated from the other spoil or product, it will be saved for <br />replacement. If the duration before use exceeds one full growing cycle, the topsoil <br />stockpiles will be seeded with a wheatgrass (9 # /PLS) to control erosion. <br />(2) Mining on the affected lands will disturb little to no woody vegetation. <br />(3) Stockpiles will be configured to minimize erosion and will be located in areas <br />where disturbance by ongoing mining operations will be minimized. As stated in <br />3.1.9 topsoiling (1) above, if necessary, stockpiles will be seeded for the purpose of <br />stabilization. <br />(4) It is planned to locate topsoil stockpiles so material will only have to be handled <br />one time. No relocation of topsoil is proposed. <br />(5) The operator will take measures to assure the stability of replaced topsoil on <br />graded slopes by roughing the subgrade to gain a mechanical bond to the topsoil <br />being replaced. This should insure the elimination of any slippage zones. <br />(6) It is the operator /applicant and landowner's opinion that the topsoil present on site <br />is adequate to establish the seed mix recommended. No replacement topsoil is planned <br />to be imported for reclamation. <br />(7) Fertilization: fertilization and mulch was recommended in the original permit <br />application. The financial warranty cost sheets prepared by the Division of <br />Reclamation, Mining and Safety has both required. Therefore, fertilizer and mulch will <br />be used in this conversion plan. <br />(8) Vegetative piles, if any, will be minimal and shall be utilized in the reclamation of <br />the mine site. <br />